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“The Aliveness Project is a place where seeds of hope are planted. It took me 9.5 years as a member to grasp that concept….now I am ready to start bearing fruit.”
– Moncies
“I’d never worked in a kitchen before besides my own. I didn’t know what to expect, but I fell in love with Aliveness. I like being busy, and the kitchen keeps you active. Chef Kris is also an incredible chef and person; everything he makes is amazing.
Aliveness has changed my life. I can’t imagine not being here. I’m 70 now and I’d like to still be coming in when I’m 90.”
- Peter
Become a member
1. Fill out the form and provide proof you are living with HIV
2. Come to our community center at 3808 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis
3. Gain access to member benefits, resources, and community
Support or Volunteer
We have an active, large family of supporters at The Aliveness Project. Many of our supporters do some or all of the following:
- Raise funds through Dining Out For Life and other events
- Volunteer at our community center
- Raise awareness about HIV/AIDS
- Advocate at the local, state, and national level
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Newsletter & Updates
FREE COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC
The Aliveness Project is hosting a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, September 16 in partnership with the Planned Parenthood. Clinicians from Planned Parenthood will be administering the Moderna (2 dose) vaccine on September 16 starting at 4:00 pm. Must be 18+ years or older for this vaccine. Walk-in appointments are welcomed. If you would…
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Meeting the Moment – HIV Homelessness
Written By: Akello Alay & Alisha Vankirk The Aliveness Project is pleased to announce a Rapid Rehousing Program for individuals who are living with HIV. This program is centered around the Housing First approach, which promotes permanent housing to individuals who are experiencing homelessness before addressing other life necessities (mental health, employment, medical needs, substance…
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The Aliveness Food Shelf is open Monday-Wednesday-Friday from 10 am – 2:30 pm for shopping (appointment required) and donations.
The Aliveness Project is OPEN Monday-Friday from 10 am – 3 pm for members to socialize, get to-go meals, use computers, and hang out. Visitors may get tested, access PrEP, volunteer, or donate.
Will Lucker from CAPI, a nonprofit that connects immigrants, refugees, and US-born people of color to resources, will be tabling in the dining room the 3rd Monday of each month. His focus is benefits enrollment, but he also has referrals about food, employment, and civic involvement.
Aliveness members can enjoy a dine-in lunch from 12-2 pm on weekdays. Members may bring up to 4 guests per month to eat onsite as well – please check in at the Front Desk. Children 12 and under eat for free.
Weather permitting, Aliveness members are welcome to join Alex, Member Services Manager, for a neighborhood wellness walk every Monday-Wednesday-Friday at 1 pm this fall. Enjoy lunch before or after and meet in the lobby at 1 pm.
The Aliveness Project is OPEN Monday-Friday from 10 am – 3 pm for members to socialize, get to-go meals, use computers, and hang out. Visitors may get tested, access PrEP, volunteer, or donate.
Members, join us for bingo before lunch every Tuesday at 11 am to win prizes and glory!
Aliveness members can enjoy a dine-in lunch from 12-2 pm on weekdays. Members may bring up to 4 guests per month to eat onsite as well – please check in at the Front Desk. Children 12 and under eat for free.